About Position/Job
The University of Cambridge invites applications for the Project Coordinator (Part Time, Fixed Term) role within the ERC Starting Grant project STEPS: Biomechanical simulations of hominin locomotion across complex terrains, led by Dr Ashleigh Wiseman. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to interdisciplinary research combining human evolution, evolutionary biomechanics, and comparative anatomy. Based at the McDonald Institute for Archaeological Research, Cambridge, the successful candidate will coordinate the core project team, liaise with national and international collaborators, assist with research data management, reports, and administrative tasks, and ensure the smooth running of the project. This position is 0.5 FTE with funding available until 31 October 2030, offering a unique opportunity to engage in high-impact research in human evolutionary biology while supporting a dynamic academic team.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Project Coordinator
- Institution: University of Cambridge
- Department: McDonald Institute for Archaeological Research
- Research Field: Human Evolution, Biomechanics, Archaeology
- Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom
- Number of posts: 1
- Job Type: Part-time, Fixed Term
- Start Date (Anticipated): As soon as possible
- Working Hours: 18.25 hours per week
- Salary Range: £31,236 – £35,608 pro rata
- Required Degree/Diploma: Any relevant discipline
Research Area
- Human Evolution
- Evolutionary Biomechanics
- Comparative Anatomy
- Interdisciplinary Archaeological Research
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills
- Attention to detail and ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Teams
- Interest in human evolution research
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in project coordination in academic research
- HR and payroll administration skills
- Experience managing research data and reports
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Key Responsibilities
- Serve as key contact between stakeholders and project team
- Support preparation of reports, permits, and applications
- Assist with data processing, transcription, and organisation of research data
- Provide administrative support to the Principal Investigator and team
- Ensure compliance with funding terms, University regulations, and Research Office policies
- Facilitate engagement across the project team and collaborators
Application Process
How to Apply:
Click the ‘Apply’ button on the University of Cambridge recruitment portal, register an account if required, and submit your application online.
Required Documents:
- CV / Resume
- Cover Letter
- References (if requested)
Important Dates
- Application Opens: 20 November 2025
- Deadline: 2 January 2026
- Interview Date: Week commencing 19 January 2026
Useful Links
- Institution Website: University of Cambridge
- Official Notification Link: Click here
- Apply now: Apply Online
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